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Top new car lease and finance deals for April

If you’re in the market to buy a new car, there are several attractive manufacturer lease and finance deals to be taken advantage of in the month of April. With 2013 models making their debuts, manufacturers are offering great lease and finance discounts on popular 2012 models such as the 2012 Toyota Camry and the 2012 Honda CR-V to keep the metal moving. If you’re expecting a tax refund, consider allocating that extra cash toward your monthly payments.

Keep in mind this is not the full list of available incentives, we picked the best of the lease and finance offers available on some of the most popular vehicles and made sure to represent a variety of segments. We recommend you check the individual manufacturer websites for the car brand you are interested in purchasing a vehicle from to see the full list of offers, and to verify that the incentive is offered in your region as these offers may vary from region to region.

Top Lease Deals

2012 Toyota Camry

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Special offer: $219/month for 36 months with $1,999 down
Mileage allotment: 12,000 miles/year
Expires: 4/30/12

America’s best-selling car was redesigned for 2012 to offer even more value for consumers while keeping competitors at bay. The 2012 Toyota Camry has improved performance, fuel-economy, design, and interior -quality while maintaining its reputation for safety and reliability. The affordable midsize sedan comes standard with a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine that can generate 178 horsepower, achieves an EPA estimated fuel economy of 25 mpg city/35 mpg hwy and starts at a MSRP of $21,955.

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

$159/month for 36 months with $1,999 down (excludes TDI)
Mileage allotment: 12,000 miles/year
Expires: 4/30/12

Volkswagen is on a mission to increase its presence and market share in the United States. Volkswagen invested an initial 1 billion dollars into the opening of the Chattanooga, Tennessee, production plant last year that has so far created upwards of 3,000 jobs here in the United States. Now in its sixth generation, the Jetta is Volkswagen’s best-selling car in the United States, and with this favorable incentive, Volkswagen hopes to see a lot more of them on American roads. The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta comes standard with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that can produce 115 horsepower, achieves an EPA estimated 24 mpg city/34 mpg hwy, and starts at a MSRP of $15,515.

2012 Kia Rio

$159/month for 36 months with $1,999 down
Mileage allotment: 12,000 miles/year
Expires: 4/30/12

The practical, affordable and fuel efficient Kia Rio finally has a seat at the popular kids’ table thanks to its full redesign for the 2012 model year. The Rio’s list of standard options may have gotten longer, but the power may still fall short for car buyers wanting a small car with a little more pep in its step. For those buyers who appreciate clever styling inside and out, and rely on excellent fuel economy, the Kia Rio may be just what the doctor ordered. The 2012 Kia Rio comes standard with a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine that can generate 138 horsepower, achieves an EPA estimated 30 mpg city/40 hwy, and starts at $13,145 MSRP.

2012 Honda CR-V

$239/month for 36 months with $2,799 down
Mileage allotment: 12,000 miles/year
Expires: 4/30/12

Honda’s popular CR-V crossover SUV entered its fourth generation for the 2012, adding more standard features, upgraded interior, and restyled exterior all the while improving fuel economy, which is top of mind for most consumers these days. As a top-seller in its segment, the CR-V looks to hold rank there while attracting midsize and full-size SUV fans looking to downgrade to smaller, more fuel-efficient SUVs. The CR-V comes standard with a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine that boasts 185 horsepower, achieves an EPA estimated 23 mpg city/31 mpg hwy, and starts at $21,133 MSRP.

Top Financing Deals

2012 Chevrolet Malibu

0% financing for up to 60 months
Expires: 4/30/12

No surprise here to see the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu on an incentives list considering the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has been redesigned and is currently available for purchase on dealer lots. Regardless, the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is a solid and affordable family sedan and 0% financing should certainly lure customers peeking at its competitors in the midsize sedan segment such as the Ford Fusion and Hyundai Sonata that may offer more bang for the buck – at least for the 2012 model year. The 2012 Chevrolet Malibu comes standard with a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine that generates 169 horsepower, achieves and EPA estimated 22 mpg city/33 mpg hwy, and starts at a MSRP of $22,110.

2012 Toyota Sienna

0% financing for up to 60 months in many regions
Expires: 4/30/12

A utility vehicle for hauling the kids and their sports team, family vacations, and general child rearing alike, the 2012 Toyota Sienna is an excellent choice for those ready and willing to be dubbed a minivan driver. In a small minivan market, the Sienna is a top choice, offering five trims, a plethora of room (can seat up to eight passengers) and options including all-wheel-drive and a four-cylinder engine for higher fuel economy. Financing at 0% for 60 months will certainly help tip the scale for those consumers considering the Sienna’s biggest competitor, the Honda Odyssey. The 2012 Toyota Sienna comes standard with a 2.7-liter, four-cylinder engine that can produce 187 horsepower, achieves an EPA estimated 19 mpg city/24 mpg hwy, and starts at $25,060 MSRP.

2012 Nissan Murano

0% financing for up to 36 months
Expires: 4/30/12

The 2012 Nissan Murano has flair and functionality and doesn’t let you down with performance either, making it well-balanced crowd pleaser. The Nissan Murano’s strong standard 3.5-liter, six-cylinder engine is mated to an xtronic CVT (continuously variable transmission) that when paired with a sport-tuned suspension equates to a fun driving experience. High-quality interior materials, sophisticated styling, and a solid list of standard features round out the Murano’s value propositions, and now so does 0% financing for 36 months. The 2012 Nissan Murano can generate up to 260 horsepower, achieves 28 mpg city/24 mpg hwy, and starts at $29,540.

2012 Hyundai Sonata

$500 cash back plus 0% financing for 36 months
Expires 4/30/12

A combination of innovative standard-loaded products at competitive price points and creative marketing has allowed Hyundai to make major strides in the United States over the last couple years. With stylish coupe-like exterior styling, roomy interior, good value, and good fuel economy, the 2012 Hyundai Sonata is gaining favor with midsize sedan buyers While the Sonata isn’t quite giving the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord a run for their money, a combination of 0% financing and $500 cash back should help the Sonata convert some consumers. The 2012 Hyundai Sonata comes standard with a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine that can generate 198 horsepower, achieves an estimated 24 mpg city/35 mpg hwy, and starts at $19,795 MSRP.